Peppers ( Green Chilii )

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 Peppers a Species of capsicum



Common Name

Chilii

Green Chilii

Pepper

Bell pepper 

Cherry pepper

Botanical Name

Capsicum annuum


Information



The peppers is a plant that produces bright red pepper vegetables. This chili pepper is commonly used for cooking in places such as the Southern U.S. and Central America. Most are moderately spicy, though because there are so many variants, the spice level can vary dramatically. Cayenne powder is also a popular seasoning product made from peppers plants.


Tips from Garden Coaches


Plants of the Capsicum genus are grown widely all over the world. They thrive in both gardens and flowerpots and are easy to care for.


Name Story


Cayenne pepper

Perhaps a common thing that comes to mind when hearing "Cayenne" is a luxury car, but the Cayenne pepper that is often mentioned in conversations is not the pepper of luxury car brands. The "Cayenne" mentioned here comes from its origin, the Cayenne region of French Guiana.

Red pepper, Green pepper, Bell pepper, Chili pepper

Capsicum annuum can be called different names, generally based on its taste and size. Larger and sweeter peppers are called red peppers, green peppers or bell peppers, while smaller and hotter peppers are called chili peppers.



Interesting Facts


Do you know why pepperss are spicy? First, we need to understand the basic biology of capsaicin, which was originally used as an antifungal agent to protect plants, but it has a new role due to man's discovery. Capsaicin activates certain neurons responsible for pain. Whether the cells are stimulated by hot peppers or by real burning, these special neurons indiscriminately transmit information to the brain. The hot feeling is both exciting and frightening.


Symbolism


Enthusiasm, healing, cleansing, desire


Characteristics


Plant Type

Grass

Lifespan

Annual, Perennial, Biennial


Bloom Time

Late spring, Summer


Plant Height

8 to 39 inches

Spread

6 to 12 inches

Flower Size

0.4 to 0.8 inch

Habitat

Rivers, thickets, groves

Flower Color

White

Leaf Color

GreenPurple

Fruit Color

YellowRedBlackOrangeGreenBurgundyPurpleGoldWhite

Stem Color

Green



Conditions Requirement



Difficulty Rating

Peppers is not difficult to take care of. With proper care, your Peppers will grow well under certain environments.



Sunlight

Full sun, Partial sun



All you need to know about Full-sun


Hardiness

30 ℉



Hardiness Zones

10 to 11



Soil

Sand, Loam, Clay, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline



Care Guide



Water

Peppers need regular and frequent watering throughout their entire growth cycle. The best way to keep them well-watered is by using drip irrigation. If you're growing them in containers, water thoroughly when a top few inches of soil becomes dry. Make sure the soil does not become waterlogged by providing good drainage.



Fertilization

Fertilization once every 2-3 months during the growing season.



Pruning

Trim the dead, diseased, overgrown branches in winter.



Planting Time

Spring



Harvest Time

Summer, Fall



Propagation

Sowing



Potting Suggestions

Needs excellent drainage in pots.



Pests and Diseases


Rot; grass house red spider mite, aphids



Scientific classification


Genus

Capsicum - Capsicum

Family

Solanaceae - Nightshade, Solanaceous plants, Potato

Order

Solanales - Nightshades, bindweeds, gooseweeds, and allies

Class

Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots

Phylum

Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes.

Uses


Garden Use

The many cultivars of peppers are commonly grown by veggie gardeners as annuals in warmer climates to use in their home kitchens and add a bit of color to their garden. However, peppers plants are sometimes planted in their own area in vegetable gardens, as it can easily outcompete other plants with its prolific seeds; but herbs and other veggies like tomatoes can be solid companions.



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